Project Engineer, New Product Development

Work Mode: Hybrid

Opportunity

Join a passionate team of engineering professionals delivering innovative and quality consumer products to Americas customers. The primary responsibility of our Project Engineer is to bring products from initial concept to production as part of a highly collaborative cross-functional team that values your unique perspective and expertise. The Project Engineer will combine strong technical and communication skills with creativity and passion for innovation to ensure the highest level of quality and experiences for our customers while shaping the future of bathing and styling space.

Specific Responsibilities

•Leverage your engineering fundamentals and creative problem-solving skills to design innovative, cost effective, and highly functional bathing and styling space products that lead our industry and delight our customers.

•Determine the technical feasibility of new product concepts and product redesigns for existing products.

•Collaborate with global cross-functional teams including marketing, program management, industrial design, and operations to develop innovative solutions and deliver quality products on time and within budget.

•Partner with our global engineering organization to capture knowledge, share best practices, and provide feedback on designs and deliverables.

•Study market trends, customer reviews, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies to identify future opportunities for innovation and enhancement.

•Provide high-level feasibility analysis on initial product concepts.

•Perform engineering calculations, tolerance stacks, and develop detailed technical drawings, incorporating engineering standards and GD&T.

•Conduct and attend Technical Design Reviews, Failure Mode and Effect Analyses, and brainstorming sessions and contribute professional opinion, creative ideas, concepts, and approaches to new product design and development projects. Utilize these tools to identify and mitigate risk.

•Study market trends and understand current warranty metrics to develop a product specification using consumer research, market data, and customer feedback.

•Evaluate designs for environmental sustainability and recommend improvements.

Utilize CAD software for the realization of concepts or designs.

•Leverage our world class on-site prototyping and test lab capabilities to validate product features and production and make necessary design modifications based on results.

•Structure and coordinate the creation of detailed engineering designs, product specifications, bills of material and customer-facing documentation in support of new product launches while ensuring compliance to industry and internal requirements.

•Share your experiences through documented insights fostering knowledge-sharing across the global development organization.

•Use speaking, writing, and listening skills to effectively share information, communicate results, express opinions, and motivate others to act.

Skills/Requirements

•Bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program.

•Minimum of 2 years of mechanical engineering experience.

•Previous experience in new product design and existing product optimization-preferred

•Demonstrate a working knowledge of CAD modeling.

•Ability to test, analyze and solve technical problems with limited guidance from senior engineers.

•International and domestic travel as needed.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $83,300 - $105,200. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

*Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.

On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com .

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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